Reviewers on The StoryGraph praised the book for its taut suspense and compassionate depiction of mental illness.
This thriller follows Nancy, whose life is "hacked" by a mysterious stalker from her past who manipulates her high-tech "smart house" to isolate and terrorize her. admirer
It is generally considered a subpar entry in the obsession subgenre, suitable mainly for dedicated fans of "tech-paranoia" thrillers. 📚 The Admirer by Karelia Stetz-Waters (Book) Reviewers on The StoryGraph praised the book for
Critics describe the film as a predictable "stalker" thriller that follows a "Lifetime Movie of the Week" formula. Reviewers from IMDb and MovieWeb noted that while the "smart home" premise is timely, the execution feels muddled and slow until a final twist occurs. 📚 The Admirer by Karelia Stetz-Waters (Book) Critics
It is described as "suitably creepy" and "disturbing," successfully balancing a central mystery with a well-developed romance.